Saif Silver Sword North Africa Yemen early 19th century possibly late 18th century
This exceptional North African Yemeni saif sword dates to the early 19th century, possibly late 18th century, and features a single-edged, curved steel blade with double fullers. The hilt is silver-plated and richly engraved with intricate floral and vegetal decoration, matched by a silver-plated scabbard similarly adorned with engraved motifs. The sword is missing the hilt connecting chain commonly found on 18th century examples. The lower third of the scabbard is separated, though all original components remain present and intact. The blade bears a stamped Arabic maker's mark with a rough translation reading "the evidence of the Lord's mercy is without question".
Swords of this type were widely used in Yemen and Oman throughout the 19th century and reflect the blending of Islamic martial tradition with regional craftsmanship. The engraved silver hilt decoration closely parallels workmanship associated with Hyderabad, illustrating the strong commercial and artistic links between India and the Arabian Peninsula during this period. Such swords served both as functional weapons and symbols of rank, authority, and cultural identity. Comparable examples have been published and illustrated in major reference works on Islamic arms and armor, underscoring the historical importance of this form.
Silver-mounted saif swords of this quality and preservation are highly sought after by collectors of Islamic and Middle Eastern arms. The presence of a legible religious inscription, refined silver decoration, and documented stylistic parallels elevate this example well above the ordinary. This sword represents a compelling acquisition for advanced collectors seeking a visually striking and historically grounded Islamic edged weapon.
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Saif Silver Sword North Africa Yemen early 19th century possibly late 18th century
Saif Silver Sword North Africa Yemen early 19th century possibly late 18th century
This exceptional North African Yemeni saif sword dates to the early 19th century, possibly late 18th century, and features a single-edged, curved steel blade with double fullers. The hilt is silver-plated and richly engraved with intricate floral and vegetal decoration, matched by a silver-plated scabbard similarly adorned with engraved motifs. The sword is missing the hilt connecting chain commonly found on 18th century examples. The lower third of the scabbard is separated, though all original components remain present and intact. The blade bears a stamped Arabic maker's mark with a rough translation reading "the evidence of the Lord's mercy is without question".
Swords of this type were widely used in Yemen and Oman throughout the 19th century and reflect the blending of Islamic martial tradition with regional craftsmanship. The engraved silver hilt decoration closely parallels workmanship associated with Hyderabad, illustrating the strong commercial and artistic links between India and the Arabian Peninsula during this period. Such swords served both as functional weapons and symbols of rank, authority, and cultural identity. Comparable examples have been published and illustrated in major reference works on Islamic arms and armor, underscoring the historical importance of this form.
Silver-mounted saif swords of this quality and preservation are highly sought after by collectors of Islamic and Middle Eastern arms. The presence of a legible religious inscription, refined silver decoration, and documented stylistic parallels elevate this example well above the ordinary. This sword represents a compelling acquisition for advanced collectors seeking a visually striking and historically grounded Islamic edged weapon.
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This exceptional North African Yemeni saif sword dates to the early 19th century, possibly late 18th century, and features a single-edged, curved steel blade with double fullers. The hilt is silver-plated and richly engraved with intricate floral and vegetal decoration, matched by a silver-plated scabbard similarly adorned with engraved motifs. The sword is missing the hilt connecting chain commonly found on 18th century examples. The lower third of the scabbard is separated, though all original components remain present and intact. The blade bears a stamped Arabic maker's mark with a rough translation reading "the evidence of the Lord's mercy is without question".
Swords of this type were widely used in Yemen and Oman throughout the 19th century and reflect the blending of Islamic martial tradition with regional craftsmanship. The engraved silver hilt decoration closely parallels workmanship associated with Hyderabad, illustrating the strong commercial and artistic links between India and the Arabian Peninsula during this period. Such swords served both as functional weapons and symbols of rank, authority, and cultural identity. Comparable examples have been published and illustrated in major reference works on Islamic arms and armor, underscoring the historical importance of this form.
Silver-mounted saif swords of this quality and preservation are highly sought after by collectors of Islamic and Middle Eastern arms. The presence of a legible religious inscription, refined silver decoration, and documented stylistic parallels elevate this example well above the ordinary. This sword represents a compelling acquisition for advanced collectors seeking a visually striking and historically grounded Islamic edged weapon.
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